Lavandula ×chaytoriae 'Gorgeous'

Common name(s): n/a

Description: evergreen shrub; one of the darkest flowers of the ×chaytoriae group and the only one known to produce fertile seed. Rounded growth with soft, silver foliage and pungently fragrant, dark purple flower spikes.

Height: to 28 in. Spread: to 28 in.

Stem length: 10-12 in.  

Corolla: dark violet

Calyx: dark purple

Bloom season: mid summer

Best Uses: landscaping, rock gardens, bouquets, potpourri

Origin: a chance seedling raised by Downderry Nursery of Kent and introduced in 2003.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 4 months of summer drought